Fast wok's food and prices are awesome. I would come here way more often if the lines weren't so long and it didn't take so long to get food. I love to see that the business has so much demand but I wish they could find a way to speed up the process. read more

I'd heard a lot of hype, so I may have built this place up too much. I'd eat here again, but I wouldn't make a special trip for it. As everyone else has noted, it's cash only, there's a long line (that moves relatively quickly), you get a lot of food for cheap, and you should ask for gravy on your rice (it's just extra sauce). The food was okay but there are definitely other takeout places at a similar price point on the east side. I ordered a combo of the beef pepper steak and sesame chicken. I have enough left over for a second meal. The beef pepper steak was good (I'd get it again), the sesame chicken not so much (it was pretty slimy). I may have missed something, because what I walked away with didn't justify the crowd. I'll give it another shot next time I'm out that way. read more

This is the best Chinese food in Indianapolis. Their egg rolls are the only ones that I like. Their fried rice is so tasty, and I think I'm addicted to the sesame chicken. I've followed them since they were at Eastgate several years ago. I do wish they took debit cards. read more

This is absolutely the best Chinese Food place I have ever had in my life!!!!!!! Hands down! The people are friendly and nice and there is always a line out the door! Amazing read more

As others have noted, they do have some long lines at times. I drive by and check out line through the window before deciding to go in. You can be standing for a long time as most people are ordering multiple meals to take home. All of the entrees I have tried have been very good. The Pad Thai and the Mongolian Chicken are two of the best. read more

Food is great, bathroom is not. Parking lot is small. The dining area isn't bad, though. At times, you can come and the line will be out the door. They just started opening on Saturday. read more

Fast Wok - Chinese Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

Never disappointed with the quality or quantity, great Chinese and Thai food!! I drive from the west side of indy quite often for their szechuan beef/chicken or pad thai!!! read more

I randomly stopped in one day for lunch and was initially greeted by a long line. This did not upset me in any way because it gave me an opportunity to ask the patrons what was good on the menu. They all gave me good ideas of what to ask for since I was a newbie there and when I got to the spot to order I almost felt like I had been there before. One of the girls told me to ask for gravy on my rice which I recommend because it gives it some kind of extra Teriyaki flavor. I have to say though my most favorite thing on the menu was their chips. It's more like a deep fried wonton shell that's not curled up and you can use it to dip your food and have a nice crunch with your dish. So I recommend if you are standing in this line which is usual from what I understand from other reviews take the time to ask questions of what people recommend. I am definitely going back for seconds when I I'm in the area for lunch. read more

I love this place so much consistency is key !!! I've been coming here since the ol eastgate mall days

I truly love Fast Wok! I can't begin to tell you exactly how long I've been eating their food. I first had it when it was at Eastgate Mall which was located on Shadeland Avenue between Washington St and 10Th St in Indianapolis on the Eastside of town. I believe I started eating there approximately 40yrs ago or so. The quality of food hasn't changed. My favorite thing is the Pad Thai. It's spicy, but not too spicy for me and the flavor is just incredible. I enjoy spicy things as long as it has a good flavor and the heat doesn't ruin the great taste of the meal. Fast Wok knows how to balance the flavors. I've had other things there that were also delicious, but I crave the Pad Thai. I usually get a double order. Be aware that they are CASH ONLY!! They will not, do not accept anything but cash. Please expect a long line too. That's because so many people love the food! It moves pretty fast so hang in there. You'll be glad you did. read more

This place is amazing. Easily one of the best Chinese places in Indy. Most of the food is amazing. They easily have the best fried rice. The cream cheese rangoons are incredible too, especially with the homemade honey mustard sauce. My favorite thing to eat here is definitely the Gai Pad King. It's spicy and delicious. I have tried other things from there menu and have had mediocre experiences, but the things they do get right, they REALLY get right. They also give you ridiculous portions for a fairly cheap price. The only critiques of the this place is the long wait time and the hours. You can easily stand in line for 30-45 minutes during peak times or near closing, which is 8pm most days, which is just too early to close in my opinion. Its also is on a not so good side of town, being in the middle of Washington Square. The most annoying thing though is that it's cash only. Here's my detailed ratings: Food taste and quality: 9/10 Service: 6/10 Price for what you get: 10/10 Decor: 5/10 Atmosphere: 5/10 Location: 5/10 The ultimate redeeming feature of this place that makes it's worthy to frequent, is the fried rice, cheese rangoons, Gai Pad King, and General Tso's chicken. read more

I've been going to Fast Wok my entire life. It's an Eastside Classic that makes us all proud! You might be strangers outside, but as soon as you get in that line, it's all fam! The long line is worth it EVERY TIME. Bring cash, be ready to wait, anticipate the satisfaction. The BEST Asian food in Indy! read more

Went to Fast Wok for dinner tonight. After waiting in line for 1/2 we were told they were out of rice but they would give us extra food to compensate. As I waited in line I watched the lady dole out 3 scoops of food for a single serving and 4 for a combination. When it was my turn, I was offered 2 scoops of food and no rice. When I complained I was told to take it or leave it. I obviously chose to leave it. Now I remember why I don't patronize this restaurant. I wIsh I would have remembered before I wasted 1/2 hour of my time. Will never go back. And I wasn't the only one who walked out. read more

YUCK! Too salty. Thai? I don't think so. Seems like they are not even trying. Very limited menu. If you've eaten at ANY other Thai restaurant in Indianapolis you will be disappointed by going here. Cash only? Wow, get up to speed (circa 1996). read more

After eating here I would never eat any type of Chinese food or resturants again. Never tasted Asian food this good before in my life!! And you can tell its real cow and chicken, not cat and dog. read more

Staff was incredibly rude, food was borderline un-eatable. This is 2019 who doesn't take cards? I was overall quite disappointed and felt unsatisfied. Even Panda Express gives fortune cookies but not this place. If I could give less than one star I would. read more

This was the strangest Chinese/Thai food I've ever eaten. Very Americanized and not at all in a good way. The egg rolls were bizarre tasting. I sampled a few different items and was not impressed by any. No desire to go back. read more

Seriously, no one has reviewed Fast Wok yet? It is one of the restaurants on my "must eat" list whenever I visit "back home again in Indiana". No, it isn't fancy. Yes, they serve all the meals in environment-destroying Styrofoam. But it's yummy, consistent and comforting. The menu rotates, so you have to make sure and go on the day they have the meal you want. They serve 8-10 choices of entrees a day. I like the Sesame Chicken, but it is all good. I will be there tomorrow! read more

I have always enjoyed this place a lot very great food. Even though the atmosphere is scary at first it kind of brings the soup Nazi vibe in a great way. The food is also worth the long waits. Very good problems of.my favorite place to get Thai/chinese food. read more

Good food, eastside homegrown restaurant. Long lines, fun waiting if you strike up a conversation with tbe people behind you.

This place is very good and the food is very fresh and authentic..... You have to stand in a long line and beat a crowd especially on weekends but worth the wait. read more

Gem of the East side. Been around since Eastgate was still open. Expect a line always and be pleasantly surprised when there isn't one. Sesame Chicken is a classic and the best I've ever tasted. NEVER leave w/o the Cheese Rangoons and tell them at the beginning of ur order so they prepare them fresh. Fast service. Love them. CASH ONLY!! My whole family are Loyal customers for over 25 years. read more

This is my all time favorite Chinese food! The rice is also some of the best I have ever had. My only complaint is that every single time I come here I at least wait 30 minutes. They really need a better system or more people working. Regardless, I will still come and wait because it's so worth it. read more

Definitely meh. A 20 minute wait in line for ordinary soy-sauced stir fry dished out cafeteria style. I did it once a few years ago and wasn't impressed, and tried it again yesterday for a second opinion. Normally I wouldn't have waited in line for that long but had to see what the fuss was about. Curiosity satisfied, I won't be back--and I really don't think food like this is worth standing in line for. Serious about quality Chinese food? I'd recommend nearby Yen Ching. read more

Best Oriental food in town, hands down.....the rice is authentic and so are the main dishes.....

My go to spot for Chinese. So cheap and so much yumminess. Cash only but worth the extra spot at the bank if I have to.

I agree with everyone else it is the best Chinese food on the Eastside, I like their food and you get plenty of it but I do wish their meat in the beef entrees was more done not that it's raw it's just its always on the CHEWY TOUGH side, I can handle it but I just have to chew it longer. It is a CASH ONLY BUSINESS and be prepared to wait in line for your food. read more

best combo of thai/chinese food I have ever had. Very inexpensive and you get a lot of food. T he pad thai and beef schezchuan beef are the best I ever had. and it's so inexpensive. I also have been eating there since Eastgate for over 20 years. My friends cant believe the place when i take them. The staff has been there for years and they remember your order. IT is always busy and a lot of times the lines are out the door. SO go before lunch rush or after is time is a challenge for you. This is an all time favorite of mine. LOVE IT! read more

There's no reason for anything but great reviews of Fast Wok - consistently excellent food at consistently great prices for many years - always clean and well-managed BY THE OWNER. Love it. read more

I found that there is a lot of hype about this place. People waiting in line for it to open. After waiting in line for lunch, which got to be pretty long, I must say the portions were of good value. The flavor was mediocre at best. Reminds me of mall food court quality. I can't say that I will be back. read more

I really love fast wok!!! They really give you a lot of food for the price!! We went recently and got two orders of our favorite food, so that we could have some now and later!!!! Its awesome. I wish they had more locations though. read more

Always worth the ridiculously long lines and cash only ordering. The very best of the best and I have tried a wide variety of Asian take-out style restaurants. The prices are fair, the portions are gigantic and seriously, the fried rice is heavenly. If you're ever in doubt of what to order, sesame chicken, Mongolian chicken and beef pepper steak are always a hit! read more

You have to try it. It's the best. You don't need rice. Double or triple the entrees. You won't regret it.

Amazing food and recently updated inside and a friendly staff

The people are always nice and friendly the food is fresh and hot I just wish they would give us more chips to go with the meal and I always get extra gravy over everything read more

Best east side hole in the wall for sure! The food is wonderful and the portions are huge! They are very inexpensive as well. Downside is there is always a line out the door, minimal staff that is not super welcoming, and they only take cash. If you want Chinese on the cheap this is hands down worth the wait. read more

The rich, delicioys Mongolian Chicken and the spicy Pad Thai are my favorites... Get a combo, and you'll have anough for 3 meals! Fantastic, no frills take-out! read more

I really love this restaurant. They have the best Chinese food in town. However I would rate it higher if I didn't have to wait in line for 45 mins every time I come. The whole cash only thing is slightly inconvenient for people who have never been before. It's worth the wait but the owner and the other women working the line are taking their sweet time. There's no speed of service at all. I would understand if it weren't busy, but there's 30-50 ppl waiting right now and they're just taking their time. A lot of people walk up to the store and leave because of the line. They need to hire more people to help make people's food and move the line along. There's only 2 people serving the food and one of the them is also the one checking people out. Still the best tasting Chinese in town read more

I also remember when they were at Eastgate Mall. I love their food it's, great. I haven't had any in a long time. The noodles with the hot beef are the bomb. All the food is good. This is a must try for all. read more

Good food, but not as good as some of the more expensive places in town. I would classify it as a mix between a hole-in-the-wall and a greasy spoon... a delicious, unhealthy, cheap-eats, hidden gem. For the newbies to Fast Wok, there are a few simple rules: 1. Take cash because they don't accept credit or debit cards. 2. Expect to wait in line when you go because this place is always packed. Do not make a comment about how long it's taking... you'll only get the stink-eye from regulars. 3. Know what you want when it is your turn to order-- do you want a single (one entree/meat and rice) or a combo (2 entrees/meats and rice)? Do you want white rice or fried rice? Do you want extra "gravy" on the rice? Yes. Yes, you do want extra gravy on the rice. 4. It's cafeteria-style, with a rotating menu. There is no "have it your way." You can't 86 the onions, because it's already made when you walk in. There are probably 9 choices of entrees each day, but the menu rotates from Tues/Thursday/Saturday and Mon/Wed/Friday. Sunday has it's own menu as well. You point at want you want and she slops it (I use the term "slops it" lovingly) into a large styrofoam container. For a little over $6, I order a "Double" which is 2 meat choices, plus a heaping portion of chicken-fried rice. I always double up on the spiciest Thai chicken dish that they have, though (Gai Pad King) rather than selecting two different entrees. Their portions are very generous and I always, always, eat half for dinner-- still feel full-- and take the other half to work with me the next day. If you're on the east side of town and you want to try something filling and tasty, give Fast Wok a chance. I bet you'll keep going back. read more